Chapter 15. Introduction

to

the

Resource

Management

Utility

(RMU)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Resource

Management

Utility

 

is

one

of

the AFP Utilities that allows y

manage

the AFP

resources,

such as overlay objects, that are created

Overlay

Utility or

page

segments

interactively.

The Resource Management Utility has the following three functions:

Ÿ Convert to page segment

Ÿ Working with overlays

ŸWorking with page segments

Converting to an AS/400 Page Segment

When you want to place images in an overlay or you want to print a contains some images such as signatures or logos, you need to store on the AS/400 system as page segments before you use them with the Utility or the Print Format Utility.

This function allows you to create a page segment from the following:

Ÿ

An AS/400 database file member that contains an Image Object Conten

 

Architecture

(IOCA) function set 10

image.

 

Ÿ

A PC document that contains an Image

Object

Content Architecture (

 

function set

10

image and

is stored

in an

AS/400 folder using the

 

for AS/400 shared

folder

function.

 

 

To create a page segment from a file containing an image data stre image, use the CRTPAGSEG command.

Converting

to a Page

Segment

from an

AS/400

Database

File

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When your AS/400 system is

connected to

a

System/370

through

a

communic

 

line, you

can create a page segment from a database

file

of

image

 

following

steps:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Use

a

System/370 image

application

to

create an

image

of

an

IOC

set 10 image.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

Store

the image

in a

System/370

file.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Send

the

image

data from the

System/370 system

to

the

AS/400

syst

4. Receive the image data as a physical file member.

5. Start the Resource Management Utility (STRAFPU command).

6. Select Convert to page segment (option 21).

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AS/400 specifications

The IBM AS/400, now known as the IBM iSeries, is a midrange computer system that has been a cornerstone of enterprise computing since its introduction in 1988. Designed to provide a robust platform for business applications, the AS/400 is celebrated for its reliability, scalability, and integrated database capabilities.

One of the key features of the AS/400 is its Integrated Operating Environment, which blends hardware and software resources seamlessly. This integration allows businesses to execute diverse workloads, ranging from traditional applications to modern web-based services, all on a single platform. The operating system, OS/400 (now IBM i), offers a rich set of APIs and tools for developers, simplifying application development and management.

Another standout characteristic of the AS/400 is its built-in database, DB2 for i. This powerful relational database management system allows for efficient data handling and provides advanced features such as support for SQL, XML, and JSON, making it easier for businesses to manage their data and integrate it with other systems. The database's tight integration with the operating system enables high performance and security.

In terms of scalability, the AS/400 can accommodate small businesses as well as large enterprises, with the ability to support hundreds of users simultaneously. Its architecture allows for easy upgrades in hardware, meaning that organizations can scale their systems without replacing the entire infrastructure.

Security is another critical attribute of the AS/400. With a sophisticated security model, it offers built-in user authentication, access control, encryption, and auditing capabilities to protect data and applications from unauthorized access.

The AS/400 also supports multiple programming languages, including RPG, COBOL, Java, and PHP, giving organizations the flexibility to choose the development tools that best fit their needs. This diversity helps maintain legacy applications while also developing new ones that leverage modern technologies.

Moreover, the platform supports both traditional green-screen interfaces and modern graphical user interfaces, allowing organizations to transition smoothly into contemporary user experience paradigms.

Overall, the IBM AS/400 stands out as a resilient, flexible, and secure computing platform that enables organizations to effectively manage their business operations, streamline processes, and adapt to changing market demands. Its unique combination of integrated features and capabilities ensures that it remains relevant in today's fast-paced technology landscape.